PEDIATRIC CARE SPECIALIZED
for Dentistry
For Parents
Extensive dental treatment, severe anxiety, trauma, special healthcare needs, or young age can make traditional dental visits difficult. General anesthesia allows your child to receive the care they need while sleeping comfortably and safely.
We Understand This Can Feel Overwhelming
Choosing anesthesia for your child is an important decision. Our goal is to provide clear information, answer your questions, and ensure you feel informed and confident.
General anesthesia may be recommended when:
Your child is very young
Extensive dental treatment is needed
Severe dental anxiety prevents safe treatment
Previous treatment attempts were unsuccessful
Your child has special healthcare needs
Safety and comfort are best achieved through anesthesia
Understanding General Anesthesia for Dentistry
What is General Anesthesia?
Safe, Comfortable Dental Care for Your Child
Why Might My Child Need General Anesthesia?
Every child is unique. Therefore, as a team, we carefully evaluate each patient and discuss all available options before presenting anesthesia options.
General anesthesia allows your child to sleep comfortably through their dental treatment. While asleep, they will not see, hear, feel, or remember the dental procedure.
This approach helps children receive necessary dental care in a single visit at the office they know. This eliminates the wait time for healthy children being scheduled at surgical centers and hospitals. Your child can begin healing their teeth while eliminating fear, movement, and discomfort during treatment.
Our goal is to provide the safest, most comfortable experience possible for each child and family.
Your Child's Safety Comes First
Safety is the foundation of every anesthetic.
One-on-one care from a Board-Certified Dentist Anesthesiologist
Continuous monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen, breathing, and temperature
Individualized anesthetic planning, specific to each child's needs
Advanced anesthesia equipment specifically designed for pediatric patients
What to Expect
Before the Appointment
Consultation & Planning
Prior to treatment we will review:
Eating & Drinking Instructions
Medical history
Family history
Current medications
Allergies
Previous anesthesia experiences
Dental treatment needs
Your child must follow fasting instructions carefully before anesthesia.
Specific instructions will be provided based on your child's appointment. Following these important guidelines is a significant way to keep your child safe during anesthesia.
You will receive specific instructions to help prepare for the appointment.
The Day of Treatment
Arrival
During Treatment
When you arrive we will:
Your child will get comfortable in the dental chair for sleep. While they sleep comfortably:
Review current health status
Answer any remaining questions
Perform a final health assessment
Ensure your child is ready for treatment
The dental treatment is completed
Vital signs are continuously monitored
Anesthesia is adjusted as necessary
Safety remains the primary focus
Parents can relax knowing their child is receiving dedicated care throughout the procedure.
Recovery
After Treatment
Following treatment, your child will recover from anesthesia and treatment in a comfortable area while being closely monitored.
Common temporary effects may include:
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Mild irritability
Nausea
Sore throat
Reduced appetite
Effects typically improve throughout the day. Most children return to themselves within 24-48 hours.